Top political advisor Jia Qinglin said in Tokyo on Thursday that China will learn the advanced technologies and successful experiences from Japan in the fields of energy-saving and environmental protection.

 

Jia, chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), made the remarks at a meeting with some Japanese cabinet members.

 

Jia said both sides should further expand exchanges and cooperation so as to push forward bilateral strategic relations for mutual benefit.

 

He said he hoped that the first meeting of Sino-Japanese high-level economic dialogue scheduled for this year will make achievements.

 

He also expressed hope that the two countries will strengthen non-governmental exchanges so as to consolidate the social basis for bilateral relations.

 

Japanese Foreign Minister Nobutaka Machimura, who was present at the meeting, said that no matter what changes take place in Japan and the world, the basis for bilateral friendship will not waver and the Japanese government's policy on developing bilateral relations will not change.

 

He said Japan appreciates China's peaceful development which cherishes opportunities for Japan.

 

He said the Japanese side hopes to expand cooperation with China in such fields as economy, trade, energy, environmental protection, communication and transportation.

 

The Japanese side also hopes to expand bilateral cultural exchanges, and continue to keep sound communication and cooperation on major international and regional issues such as the six-party talks on the Korean Peninsular nuclear issue, he said.

 

Jia started an official goodwill visit to Japan on Wednesday as guest of the Japanese government.

 

(Xinhua News Agency September 14, 2007)